The Top 20 Castles at the Var
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20
beautiful castles to choose from at the Var. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from at the Var. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: September 30, 2025
Already mentioned in the 11th century, the castle was the seat of the Seigneurs of Freinet, who was a feudal lord of the Counts of Provence. In the Middle Ages …
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From this old fort you have a beautiful view of the old town, the sea and Malariba. The fortress itself is also suitable as a photo subject but unfortunately it …
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This absolutely exceptional village is a magical and unmissable place.
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The restored castle, which marks the top of Bormes is unfortunately privately owned and therefore can not be visited. But the views from the outside, as well as the panoramic view from the neighboring viewing platform reward the climb.
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The Château de Vauvenargues, where Pablo Picasso was buried in 1973 and his wife Jacqueline in 1986, is nestled on the steep slopes of a small valley. In Vauvenargues, concerned …
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There are pretty viewpoints and the old-fashioned little streets have a lot of charm in the old village, however it's more of a sporty walk than a hike. To get …
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Very scenic area and full of mtb trails
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The Château de la Napoule, just erected on the seafront, is a medieval fortification with a tumultuous history.
Made of destruction and reconstruction, the castle finds at the beginning of …
Made of destruction and reconstruction, the castle finds at the beginning of …
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The castle ruins in Èze are one of the most important historical sites in the village and offer stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea. Here are some key points about these ruins:
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The ruins of an old 11th-century castle "Château d'Hyères" tower high above Hyères. These castle ruins are visible from far away and dominate the view from all around. From here …
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